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Is there a way I can engrave stone without a rotary tool or electronic engraver?

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You can use the old method: hammer and nails. Hit the stone repeatedly to get the result and pattern that you're looking for.

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What kind of tools are used to engrave stones?

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Hammer and chisels, like a small point, punch, and V blade. You need to know how hard your stone is because regular steel chisels will dull too fast on very hard stone such as river rock or granite. Tungsten steel tip chisels are the strongest.

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Can I engrave any gemstone, and can I use an electric nail file instead?

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Not without proper equipment. Diamond, for example, requires special tools for engraving. An electric nail file would probably not work well, if at all.

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Where can I find good rocks?

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You can find good flat rocks in rivers or in creek beds. I tend to find rocks that have been there awhile and are usually flat and smooth on one side, you can just clean it and start engraving. The rocks are harder, so be sure to use a diamond bit.

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How do I put a hole in it to make it a necklace?

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A diamond drill bit in either a rotary tool or drill would work best. A Dremel tool would be effective, but a drill would be ideal.

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Can I use the same tool that is used for wood?

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It depends on the tip of the tool. Some tools work for both. A Dremel tool or an engraver with a carbide or diamond tip will work with almost anything.

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What is the best way to engrave on mother of pearl?

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It is best to use a dremel tool with a carbide tip to engrave on mother of pearl.

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